Kohli, 36, currently has 82 international centuries across all formats, with his latest coming in India's commanding six-wicket victory over Pakistan
I'm sure he would want to give himself the best chance to be remembered as the all-time leading run scorer in the game, says Ricky Ponting
Axar walked into bat vs Pakistan win Dubai with India needing 19 runs to win and Kohli unbeaten on 86
Kohli crafted a memorable unbeaten century against Pakistan, steering India to a six-wicket win. His 111-ball masterclass featured the cover drive prominently
Kohli's majestic unbeaten century was the backbone of India's six-wicket victory over Pakistan in the Champions Trophy.
Kohli's Test performances have significantly declined since 2020, and his place in the red-ball side was questioned following back-to-back series defeats to New Zealand and Australia.
Indian superstars Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma should be allowed to continue playing and decide their future in international cricket, believes former Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed.
India's six-wicket win against arch-rivals has almost sealed a semifinal spot for the side and all but knocked the hosts out of the tournament.
Kohli became only the third batter overall and the second Indian after India's Sachin Tendulkar and Sri Lanka's Kumar Sangakkara to reach this milestone
Kohli also became the third player in ODI cricket to complete 14000 runs earlier today. Kohli is now also third highest run-getter in International cricket, only behin Sangakkar and Tendulkar
Kohli stopped a direct throw made by the Pakistani fielder on the last ball of the 21st over
Both Sharma and Kohli have delivered numerous standout performances against Pakistan in the past, further cementing their status as two of the greatest cricketers of all time.
The moment came when Pakistan's Naseem Shah, attempting a charge against Kuldeep Yadav, managed to chip the ball into the air. Kohli, who was positioned in the field, sprinted forward and took it.
With both teams in top form recently, fans are in for a thrilling encounter. India swept England 3-0 at home, while Pakistan clinched ODI series victories over Australia and South Africa.
Wahab Riaz believes Shami can leak runs if put under pressure early
Gavaskar believes Kohli's tendency to open the face of the bat while playing through the covers is making him vulnerable
The two teams have only met once in the Champions Trophy, during the 2017 semi-final, where India put on a spectacular show, thumping Bangladesh by nine wickets.
The 36-year-old Kohli's recent struggles in Test cricket have led to discussions about his career, but he has no plans to retire and aims to play in the 2027 ODI World Cup.
The Champions Trophy returns this year after a hiatus since 2017, when India lost to Pakistan in the final. India will begin their campaign against Bangladesh on Thursday.
Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra believes India's decision to bowl first in the 2017 Champions Trophy final was one of the reasons for their loss